Art classroom rules

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Yesterday, some pretty big and exciting news was released: I'll be teaming up with The Art of Education in the creation of Everyday Art Room, a podcast dedicated to all things elementary art teacherin

Teaching students rules and procedures is a skill in itself. You have to learn to teach it and then reinforce them while doing it in an engaging way. In this article, I'll give you some ideas of how to teach your students your classroom routines and expectations in a fun and engaging way.

My first poster from my very first year teaching elementary art! [2010-2011]

I've been chatting alot with y'all lately about routines for the art room...and it seems kinda crazy to address that before talking about rules, doesn't it?! For the longest time...like, I'm talking YEARS, I did not understand the difference between rules and routines. There were times when I would list my rules and they'd be a mile long because they were actually procedures I wanted my kids to follow, not rules. It can all be a little confusing so let me share an analogy with you... Your…

Here are my 5 art rules to simplify your first day of art class. As well as download my free art teachers toolkit to better prepare yourself for that first

Balancing creativity and structure can be challenging at times, so here are nine art classroom management tips that have helped me create a productive and enjoyable learning environment for everyone.

For the first week of art I always welcome them back and go over the rules. This year however it's welcome to the new ART ROOM ! I w...

A fabulous printable poster for your art space or room, helping your students to follow your art room rules.

Of all the things new teachers ask me "how do you manage your class room" is the #1 question. My response is keep it simple. I am a huge believer in the Love & Logic method. If you have never read this book stop what ever you are doing and go over to Amazon and get a copy. There is a new version as of 2016 for $37 or the older one pictured below for only $5. I study out of the older version and it will absolutely change your life...it did mine. I was teaching in a low-income Title One school…

Paintbrush Washing Poster

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